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The refinery is burning "offgas" or lighter components such as methane, ethane, propane, and butane that are trapped in the crude oil as it enters the refinery. Many refineries today use these components as fuel for heaters and other processes and/or sell these gaseous products in the form of LPG. This requires a large centrifugal compressor which is a very high capitol cost, which is why some refineries still burn the gas in flares.
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How do you separate oil from a mixture of oil and chloroform?
spin it out! - Oil will come to the top
Why dont you put water on an oil fire?
Oil is usually lighter than the water, and would float on top of it and still continue to burn. And sometimes, adding cold water causes a very powerful blast of the fuel. You should know that you should never add even a drop of water onto hot oil in a frying pan; this is the same thing. The water causes the fuel to splattering, thus spreading the fire and making it burn more intensely.
How would you handle a highly flammable product that caught on fire?
throw a blanket over the top of the fire
When poured into water in a glass jar oil floats to the top?
The oil has less density
What is the conclusion when you mix oil and water?
The oil rises to the top of the water because they do not mix.
Why is there fire on top of oil rigs?
Fire on top of oil rigs occurs to burn off the natural gas if it is not economically feasible to capture it.
How do you separate oil from a mixture of oil and chloroform?
spin it out! - Oil will come to the top
Can you start water on fire?
yes if you pour gasoline on the top the gas is an oil, and will stay on the top of the water once the gasoline burns out, so will the fire
Will mineral oil catch on fire if a lit floating candle is placed on top of the mineral oil?
yes it can
Where is the oil filter on a kia borrego?
on the top rear of the engine near the fire wall.
Why should you throw bakin soda on top of a fire cooking oil in the kitchen?
what the feck!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!damp towel in water and place over oil fire!!!!!!!!fire outproblem over!Bakin soda!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! bip_shit way to deal with it!!!!!!!!!
How does a fire triangle put a fire out?
It tells you the elements of a fire, therefore it will help the easiest way to put out a fire. The 3 elements are: Oxygen, Heat and fuel. An example: A chip pan fire using oil. Foam extinguisher, as the foam sits on top of the oil, cutting off the oxygen.
How does oil catch fire on water?
oil is lighter than water so it on top of the water and it can burn!
Why must water be used to put out oil fires?
Oil and water do not mix. Therefore if a fire starts, throw flour or baking soda over it to stop the fire. If you add water, the fire will most likely spread out since water will spread the fire out more.
Where is the oil filter on a 1992 Isuzu trooper?
passenger side of motor, top, in front of fire wall
Where is the trasmision oil in a 1999 Saturn?
The transmission oil is in the transmission the dip stick to check it and fill it is on the drivers side, top of the transmission near the fire wall.
How are the top 3 exports in Greece come to America?
olives, olive oil and water by kashf javed
